Summer is especially the time for plants–and houseplants are no exception! Your houseplants will need some extra care and attention in the summer months. If you care for them properly, they should thrive over the summer and you will be delighted in the results. LIGHT The longer hours of summer allow your houseplants (and you) …

Happy New Year! You are probably doing some house cleaning and organizing this January. When you can drag yourself away from organizing the kitchen junk drawer, spend a little time outside in the lawn and garden as well. Here is what you can work on this month: Vegetable Garden Continue to harvest cold weather vegetables …

You may have read that houseplants go dormant in the winter, and while many of them do, this does not mean that they don’t still need care. In fact, many houseplants die in the winter due to improper care. Following our tips will help insure that your houseplants survive winter happy and healthy. LIGHT …

Poinsettias are a clear indication that the holiday season has arrived. These days, they come in many different varieties that will suit the tastes or decor of just about any home or business. It has been so much fun to see our Garden Center bursting with shades of red, white, pink and even green poinsettias. …

Succulents are very trendy right now, and for good reason. They are absolutely adorable, and they are easy to care for. Most of us can appreciate a plant that is low-maintenance. While many succulents do great outside, this post will focus on caring for succulents that you keep as houseplants. The Right Succulent There …

In this day and age, we spend a lot of time indoors (especially during the blazing summers in NC). In fact, we spend an average of 85% of our lives indoors these days. There are many studies out there touting the benefits of being out in nature, and by all means, go outside and enjoy …

August! Wow! Summer will be wrapping up before we know it! There are a few things that you can do this month to keep your lawn and garden in great shape. Don’t forget that we are always here to help! Lawn, Tree, and Shrub Care We know, we know. For many of us, our tall …

A couple of months ago, I (Amanda) bought my daughter a Jade plant. Her middle name is Jade, so she thought this plant was grown exclusively for her (she’s 8). I told her she was responsible for taking care of it, and she did. DILIGENTLY. Apparently, too diligently. She watered it at least once a …

Have you been thinking about buying air plants, but have hesitated because you aren’t sure how to care for them? Or have you had air plants that didn’t do well and you weren’t sure why? Generally speaking, air plants may be pretty low maintenance compared to some house plants, but they do require care and …

We are officially more than halfway through the year! Although the July heat may tempt you to stay inside, there is actually a lot that needs to be done in your lawn and garden in July. Don’t let that hard work you did in the spring go to waste! If you have questions about anything …